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Development of Digital Process Monitoring in Hot Forming

Dietach, Austria - The close collaboration between weba Werkzeugbau and Meprotec GmbH has ushered in a new era of intelligent production. By combining weba's extensive practical expertise in forming and process technology with Meprotec's vast experience in software development, a joint development project is being implemented. This project aims to optimize and digitize the manufacturing processes for metal components produced using the hot forming process.

Toolmaking and Hot Forming Expertise

weba and Meprotec are bringing together their years of experience and expertise to elevate intelligent production to a new level. As a specialist in the manufacture of stamping and forming tools for vehicle parts, weba Werkzeugbau has focused on complex hot forming tools and high-quality metal components for over 30 years. The company has significantly contributed to the development and support of the press hardening process.

Software Expertise

Meprotec GmbH, a renowned company based in Linz, contributes its extensive experience in software development and process optimization. Specializing in the planning and implementation of customized digitization solutions and the integration of innovative real-time simulations in hot forming, Meprotec supports customers in implementing practical and efficient complete solutions in the software and digitization field.

Setting New Quality Standards Together

Together, weba and Meprotec are setting new standards in quality monitoring. Through close collaboration, seamless monitoring of the production of hot-formed structural components is ensured, along with proactive maintenance planning for forming tools. weba's extensive practical expertise in forming and process technology is combined with Meprotec's comprehensive experience in software development. The joint development project aims to optimize and digitize the manufacturing processes for metal components produced using the hot forming process. For this purpose, a specially tailored software program has been developed, tested, and optimized on weba's own hot forming line. Continuous monitoring of tolerances and process workflows ensures higher precision in product manufacturing. The collaboration between weba and Meprotec marks a milestone in the intelligent production of hot-formed structural components. Their combined expertise and innovative solutions set new standards and provide customers with optimized manufacturing processes with the highest quality assurance.

 

About weba

weba Werkzeugbau is a leader in the development and manufacture of stamping and forming tools for the automotive industry. With over 300 dedicated employees at three locations, the company combines state-of-the-art technology with comprehensive expertise to offer customized solutions. The product range includes hot forming tools, cold forming tools, gauges and fixtures as well as first-class joining and welding technologies. The range is complemented by services such as process technology, mobile tool service and parts production. The headquarters in Dietach serves as an innovation center, while the site in Olomouc specializes in series production and the manufacture of hot forming tools and Attendorn completes the portfolio with joining and welding technology. The company philosophy is based on innovation and quality, with a strong focus on the needs of customers and the well-being of employees. By working closely with leading OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, tools and technologies are provided that meet the highest requirements and help shape the future of the automotive industry.

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About weba

weba Werkzeugbau is a renowned expert in the field of forming technology. With a wide range of services, from component development, tool design and manufacturing to component production and joining technology, weba provides its customers with tailor-made solutions.

weba operates three locations: The company's headquarters and development center is located in Dietach, Austria. weba Olomouc,s.r.o, Czech Republic location specializes in the production of hot forming tools and the serial production of components. In 2021, Gatzsch Schweißtechnik GmbH in Attendorn, Germany, became part of the weba Group, bringing comprehensive expertise in joining and welding technology. In total, weba employs approximately 320 employees.

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